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A review by libraryaddict
The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Honestly, at first it was hard to get into this book. It was hard to look past the over-the-top loftiness of the writing. If you feel the same, I encourage you to continue reading—you’ll see why. This was an emotional and beautiful book, and I’m glad I gave it a chance.
Moderate: Death and Car accident
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Cancer, Child death, Suicidal thoughts, and Grief